Signature Greece | Songs of the Lyre

Where myth hangs in the sea breeze and sunlight gilds marble and olive, discover Greece’s ancient, living soul

Signature Greece | Songs of the Lyre

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Trip Fee

$ 8.845

Single Room Difference

$ 3.143

Date

20 - 27 September 2026

Trip Information

Where myth and memory entwine, Greece’s story unfolds. Guided by your hand-picked Signature Guide, you’ll journey through the ages, starting among the sacred temples of Athens and ending on Crete, the birthplace of Zeus. Along the way, it’s our encounters with mortals – lyre players, wine producers, and gifted artisans – that bring the true Greece to life. A story etched into marble and passed through time. Venture to the very heart of each destination on our Signature Collection, where every journey is shaped by our unrivalled local connections and insider expertise. Step beyond the ordinary with private invitations, rare encounters, and experiences few will ever share. So when someone says, “I’ve been there,” you’ll simply smile, knowing you’ve experienced it differently. Signature Experiences: Cook alongside a Naxian family, preparing cherished island recipes in their home kitchen, each dish paired with local wines and stories of the land Dine and dance at Elaiolithos Estate during a private folklore evening, where live music and seasonal dishes celebrate the rhythm of island life Explore ancient Eleutherna, uncovering layers of myth and archaeology, before shaping your own ceramic piece in a hilltop studio in Margarites Spend a day at Veggera Farm, a haven of Cretan hospitality. Join your hosts in harvesting, baking, and cooking over wood fire; depending on the season, learn the art of beekeeping or gathering grapes from the vines Signature Day: Experience our distinctive Signature Day, choosing between a full-day catamaran cruise, marble or mosaic carving, e-biking along Naxos’ coast, cheese making with local farmers, or a traditional loom weaving class Signature Stay: Experience elevated Cretan hospitality at Kapsaliana Village Hotel, a boutique retreat within a restored 18th-century village Signature Guide: Let your hand-picked Signature guide lead you to the country’s soul — sharing their home, heritage, and heart

Activity Areas

Culture

Region & Country & City

Europe: Athens, Greece, Greek Islands

Included in the Price


- Elegant, hand-picked hotels and a Signature Stay in a restored 18th-century village
- All breakfasts, five lunches, and all dinners, which capture the authentic cuisine of Greece
- Named Signature Guide with outstanding knowledge and guest satisfaction
- Gratuities for local support staff so every detail of your journey feels effortless
- Comfortable transport, including high-speed ferries
- Complimentary transfers on arrival and departure, ensuring a smooth journey

Not Included In The Price

Map

Itinerary

Day 1 Settle into ancient Athens | Welcome reception with Acropolis views

Welcome to Athens, where ancient temples watch over a modern capital alive with art and energy. Complimentary arrival transfers are provided today. Those arriving early can join an optional private walk that brings myths to life, wandering the historic core with professional storytellers and sampling Greek delicacies (available on request). As dusk falls, gather for a welcome reception followed by dinner at Kuzina, where renowned chef Aris Tsanaklidis produces artful Greek cuisine. We dine on the rooftop terrace, a hidden vantage point with views of the illuminated Acropolis. Overnight at Perianth Hotel

Day 2 Trace the history of Athens | Sway to the gentle tunes of a lyre master

Follow a licensed archaeologist on a private exploration of Athens, unpicking a capital built from marble and myth. We ascend the Acropolis to stand before the Parthenon, timing our visit to avoid the crowds for a more intimate experience. Cross to Filopappou Hill for a musical interlude with a lyre master and try plucking this ancient instrument yourself before a picnic lunch of souvlaki overlooking the city. Later, a high-speed ferry whisks us across the Aegean to Naxos, where dinner and starlight welcome our first island night. Overnight at The Key

Day 3 Walk through fertile valleys | Cook Naxian recipes inspired by island life

Set out on an easy morning hike through the green heart of Naxos, the tranquil Tragea Valley. From the weaving village of Moni, follow ancient paths to Panagia Drossiani, a sixth-century chapel with rare frescoes, then descend past olive groves and farmsteads to Halki village for lunch at a traditional taverna. Signature Experience: Later, join a local family for a hands-on cooking class, picking herbs from the garden and preparing cherished island recipes. As dusk falls, share your feast with wine and laughter, a true taste of Naxian life. Second night at The Key

Day 4 Signature Day | Choose your adventure and celebrate with a folklore feast

Today is your Signature Day, where you can select an authentic, curated experience to connect deeply with Greek culture. You could: Sail by catamaran, swimming in hidden coves and visiting nearby islands. Join a marble mosaic workshop and create art from Naxos’ famed crystalline marble with local artisans. Take an e-bike tour along the Aegean coast, pedalling past white-sand coves and rural hamlets. Make cheese with local farmers, learning to milk goats and taste your creations fresh from the source. Learn the craft of Naxian loom-weaving, spinning colourful threads into your own handwoven piece. Signature Experience: Journey into the highlands for an exclusive folklore celebration at the family-run Elaiolithos Estate. As twilight settles over the olive groves, enjoy a dinner of seasonal island produce, accompanied by live bouzouki and violin. In this rare invitation into village life, you’ll experience the very heart of Greek culture. Third night at The Key

Day 5 Sail to Crete | Settle into your Signature Stay in a restored Cretan village

Enjoy a leisurely morning in Naxos, perhaps with a swim, before a short stroll through Chora’s whitewashed lanes and shops selling citron liqueur and woven linens. After a lunch of island favourites, board the high-speed ferry to Crete, watching Naxos fade into the Aegean. By late afternoon, arrive at your Signature Stay, Kapsaliana Village Hotel, a restored 18th-century olive village turned boutique retreat. Dine on farm-to-table Cretan cuisine in the lantern-lit courtyard and feel the island’s calm embrace your first evening. Overnight at Kapsaliana Village Hotel

Day 6 Discover Crete’s heart and soul | Connect deeply with nature and tradition at Veggera Farm

Signature Experience: Embrace Crete’s traditions at the family-run Veggera Farm, where the rhythm of rural life unfolds in warm, genuine hospitality. Join our hosts in harvesting vegetables, baking bread, and preparing traditional recipes in a wood-fired oven. It’s a celebration of the seasons, experienced through food and connection. Lunch is a joyful feast, accompanied by raki, meeting locals, and sharing stories as friends of the family drop by to play traditional music. Later, return to the hotel to relax and dine lightly under the Cretan stars. Second night at Kapsaliana Village Hotel

Day 7 Trace ancient footsteps | Shape your own ceramic pot with a master potter

Step back in time at ancient Eleutherna, a hillside city-state from the Homeric era where ancient bridges and cisterns whisper of Crete’s past. Signature Experience: After a traditional lunch in a family-run taverna, visit Margarites, a hillside village renowned for its generations of potters and fragrant lanes lined with bougainvillea. Step inside a master’s workshop to learn the rhythm of the wheel and shape your own ceramic piece, a timeless keepsake from Crete’s living craft tradition. Return to the hotel for a private olive oil tour and tasting led by an expert, learning how to identify premium olive oils. End the day with a farewell dinner in a private area of the village-hotel, toasting the cuisine and connections shared in Greece. Third night at Kapsaliana Village Hotel

Day 8 Say a fond farewell to Greece

Our Greek odyssey ends with a complimentary transfer to the airport. If you have time to linger, wander in the olive-scented air one last time. This chapter may close, but the myths and memory of Greece stay with you long after you’ve gone. Alternatively, extend your stay and continue your journey of discovery. Speak with your Signature Collection travel expert to explore the possibilities.

Travel Dates

20 - 27 September 2026 $ 8.845

04 - 11 October 2026 $ 8.740

10 - 17 October 2026 $ 8.740

19 - 26 September 2027 $ 9.445

03 - 10 October 2027 $ 9.370

09 - 16 October 2027 $ 9.370

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